Dentalium Shell 1.75-2 inches

$883 $1472

SKU: 45DT111

These are genuine Dentalium hexagonum shells, each measuring 1.75–2 inches long, sold in a set of 100 pieces. Naturally tubular and tapered, dentalium shells have been used in adornment for centuries — and it's easy to see why once you hold one.

Specifications

  • Color: Dentalium Shell 1.75-2 inches
  • Material: Dentalium Hexagonum
  • Quantity: 100 Pieces

What to make with them

String them end-to-end for fringe drops on regalia, dance wear, or statement necklaces where that long, tapered silhouette does the work. They're also well-suited for hair pipe-style designs and woven pieces where the natural tusk shape adds rhythm and movement between other beads.

Showroom Location

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Description

Dentalium are small tusk shaped univalve mollusks. These little shells were used for adornment as well as money amongst Pacific coastal tribes. Most Dentalium available in today's bead and jewelry market is imported from Asia. This Asian Dentalium is more brittle than the Dentalium originally used by Native tribes.

Additional Details

  • MaterialDentalium Hexagonum
  • Qty per PackRetail Quantity
  • Count per Package100 Pieces

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